Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Popular places to visit
Raising Cane's River Center
Attend star-studded musical performances, family-friendly theater productions, stand-up comedy shows and symphony orchestras at this riverside entertainment complex.
Louisiana State Capitol
Enjoy sweeping city views from the observation deck of this art deco tower, which has witnessed significant moments in Louisiana’s history.
Belle of Baton Rouge Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Belle of Baton Rouge Casino during your visit to Baton Rouge? Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a football match.
Old State Capitol
Once the site of important political meetings, today this castle-like monument is home to the Museum of Political History.
Louisiana Art and Science Museum
With its mission of being universally interesting, this museum is popular for learning and being inspirational. Visit it in a building that has history itself.
The Old Governor's Mansion
Take a tour of this striking Georgian mansion, which has rooms dedicated to the life and work of historic Louisiana governors.
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Baton Rouge Hotel Deals
Bally's Baton Rouge Hotel
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Origin Baton Rouge, a Wyndham Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
WATERMARK Baton Rouge, Autograph Collection
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Baton Rouge Downtown
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Hotel Indigo Baton Rouge Downtown by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown Baton Rouge
Beauregard Town Historic District
You'll enjoy the seafood restaurants and theatres in Beauregard Town Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at The Old Governor's Mansion or Belle of Baton Rouge Casino.
Garden District
When in Garden District, you can plan a visit to Red Dragon Listening Room and Baton Rouge Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Mid City North
If you're spending some time in Mid City North, Delmont Village Shopping Center and Plank Road Village Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Lobdell/Woodale
While there might not be top attractions in Lobdell/Woodale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mid-City Shopping Center and Circle Bowl.
Highlands - Perkins
If you're spending some time in Highlands - Perkins, Alex Box Stadium and Tiger Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Mid City South
While visiting Mid City South, you might make a stop by sights like Corporate Square Mall and Independence Botanical Gardens.
